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The Talking Friendship with Mike D PodcastAuthor: Mike Daniel
This podcast is about friendship. But not only friendship generally but specific examples of friendship through the lens of host Mike Daniel aka Mike D. Mike provides humorous and informative updates on his life and what's on his mind and then brings on at least one personal friend to tell the story of their friendship. Comedy and life lessons ensue. Follow the podcast on Twitter if you're so inclined: @friendsofmiked. You can also email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com. Language: en Genres: Comedy, Comedy Interviews, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Season 6 - Episode 2 - Mike talks favorite BritPop songs with Mark Charlton
Episode 2
Wednesday, 7 May, 2025
In Episode 2 of Season 6 Mike welcomes his mate from Sheffield (England), Mark Charlton, for a scholarly discussion of the music of BritPop, redefining the genre in the process.Follow the podcast on BLUESKY: @friendsofmikedEmail the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.comKey moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to S6E2 featuring Mark Charlton and a deep dive on all things BritPop2:10: Mike updates the listeners on what’s been going on with him, including a trip to the Balkans (specifically Belgrade) for a mix of history, and going to see a phenomenal new film Sinners12:20: Mike welcomes Mark Charlton to the podcast and he tells his life story having grown up in Sheffield, England and how it reminds him a bit of Detroit16:00: The guys then trace the origins of their friendship via the Ann Arbor Mug Club including the last time they saw each other as well as a discussion of some amazing music artwork/infographics (wearedorothy.com) in Mark’s basement20:40: Mike lays out the premise of the episode and discuss what BritPop means to them, including the music itself and the movement around it (and of course the rivalries!)27:30: The guys discuss their 14 favorite BritPop songs of all time, starting with a song about a type of gold from one of Manchester's most decorated bands40:30: A song for all people and one that involves a biting take down of class tourism that is also a propulsive jam53:00: One of all time best Deborahs gets referenced in this romantic jam from one of Sheffield’s all time greatest bands1:02:00: A song about going on holiday in Greece and letting you freak flag fly1:12:00: A song from a massive BritPop band that’s both fun and a bit a surprising1:21:20: A song about being alone on a motorcycle1:30:30: An epic, atmospheric heightening song in every note1:41:20: A B-side from a pioneer BritPop band about a glorious river1:48:15: An amazing cover that completely reinvents the original song around a BritPop beat for the ages1:57:25: An underrated song from band with instructions to sit (not stand)2:05:40: A song from a UK band from the West Midlands who actually know a lot2:13:00: A (largely) romantic upbeat song from the vision of one man2:19:20: The swagger-inducing and enhancing song from a band with a flower in its name that’s also about love2:28:15: The last song of the episode is a fitting end that focuses on looking forward (not backward)
